La Calabria in Ceredigion

The food was beautifully cooked! It was a lovely atmosphere and the rosè Zinfindal blush was amazing! However, we were slightly disappointed with the service, we had went out as we were on holiday and we thought it would save time as we had to pack for going home, but instead we had to wait ages for our food, we waited for the starter then they came out with the Main course, then we waited about 25 mins for dessert and that was after asking for it the second time too!

My wife and I had a meal here on 10th July 2024 and it was a wonderful experience. The staff were cheerful and welcoming, attentive without being intrusive and a credit to themselves and the business. The service was prompt and efficient and the surroundings were modern and comfortable. The food was exceptional, from the starters to the desserts, via main courses which I highly recommend, it was colourful, flavourful and well presented. My wife had the Stuffed Mushrooms, which she said were the best she's ever had and I tried the Pork Belly which was served in a honey sauce... I'd still be there eating this as I didn't want the experience to end, it was magnificent. We both had the Linguine Vongole which was prawns, queen scallops, clam meat served garnished with clam shells in a tomato based sauce, it was fantastic. We finished up with the chocolate pudding, my wife having it with cream and ice cream while I had it with just custard (some of us know our limits, Dear.) and it did not disappoint. We both had drinks, my wife choosing a glass of Pieno Sud white wine while I had lemonade and lime. Overall the meal which cost a total of £75.20 was excellent value and if we were not returning to Scotland soon we would make dining at La Calabria a regular experience. Thank you to all the staff for making our evening such a pleasant experience and we heartily recommend this gem to all who find it. Slainte.

We live locally but hadn’t been to La Calabria before however I was given vouchers as a birthday gift We both really enjoyed our meal and will return to try other menu choices.

La Calabria, is mainly an Italian restaurant but from the menu it is plain to see they provide many Mediterranean styles for one to taste. Very lovely and spacious surroundings albeit a little hard to find at nighttime but then that really is part of the adventure. There are brown signs for directions but they seem to be high up on trees to see. Back to the excellent food , such a wide choice and well presented and the desserts are plentiful and amazing to taste. Friendly staff and reasonable prices with a good wine list. We look forward to visiting again. CarlSuze.

This was the first time we had tried this particular restaurant, and as it is somewhat 'out of the way', I was well impressed that the owners had thought to put their latitude and longitude co-ordinates on their web site, which made it easy for my satnav to find! We had booked in advance on a recommendation from a trusted friend, for a really nice evening out. We like to eat fairly early, and were pleased to be welcomed as we entered, and shown straight to our table in the middle of the dining room. I thought the decor fitted the overall feel of the place very well, and although I did find the table a little bit 'sticky', put this down to the cleaning spray everybody seems to use these days rather than hot water and a cloth. My wine glass did try and stick to the table a couple of times. Our orders taken, drinks and starters were delivered to table quickly and with no fuss. We found the starters excellent, and a modest digestion time later, our mains arrived, piping hot and very tasty. The modestly priced wine washed it all down really well, and all we had to do after our mains was to consider if we had room for dessert or not. We decided to enjoy our dessert choices and once that was done, pay the bill and depart. I was pleased at the moderate cost considering that we had enjoyed a three course meal, with a bottle of excellent wine and a beer, and had no hesitation in leaving a reasonable tip as the service had been super. All in all, the impression we left with was very positive indeed, and this is definitely somewhere to be enjoyed over and over. Thank you La Calabria, we look forward to eating with you again.

Very tasty and well presented food. A good wine list too.Friendly and helpful front of house staff. All you need for a good meal out and very reasonable prices. Definitely recommended. Best to book as it seems to be very popular with locals as well as tourists. It's a bit out in the wilds but the satnav should take you to the door easily.

Hidden Gem! Booked a cottage a few miles away, a quick Google of places to eat nearby and this place popped up, what a spectacular surprise it was. Gorgeous setting, fantastic staff, amazing food, could not have been happier we found it. We live over an hour away, but I'm sure we will be visiting again soon, it is well worth the drive! Definitely 5 stars.

Fantastic meal really loved the chicken in Masala sauce one of the most amazing Tiramisu I have ever tasted

Disgusting, unedable food with no ambiance. The whole place was scruffy, broken pots etc and the table was sticky. Didn't bother to complain as was served by children

You should be aware before you book that this restaurant now has a food hygiene rating of 2. From our initial entrance to leaving we found the staff unfriendly and unkempt. Our table was so sticky that glasses, table napkins etc. stuck to it. The service was very slow and lacked finesse. The older waitress seemed hostile and the younger waiting staff seemed only interested in chatting to young people they knew on another table . The calamari was good , the linguine vongole and the limoncello cheesecake were adequate. The chicken in masala wine was well cooked but poorly presented, and the accompanying potatoes lacked any rosemary and had a weird taste. The affogado did not seem to contain any alcohol and it was supposed to include chocolate flakes, but all we could find was chocolate dust. Overall it was a poor dining experience: the decor and furnishings lacked style and the staff did not seem to have been trained in interacting with customers. We would not go there again and would not recommend this restaurant.

Lovely restaurant. We found the staff to be very helpful and friendly. We both really enjoyed the lasagne with salad. Delicious! Really enjoyed the evening. It was busy so worth booking in advance.

We arrived at the restaurant reception to a very unfriendly senior waitress who took us to a table next to the kitchen entrance. We asked to be moved to a table sited in the middle of the room away from the kitchen traffic and noise of the extractor fan. We were told by this surly waitress that all other vacant tables were booked. We then approached a young waiter and young waitress who were extremely helpful and promptly moved us to a vacant table, the surly waitress challenged the young waiter who stood firm by his decision to move us. Needless to say the vacant other tables had not been prebooked and remained empty all evening. The older Surly waitress needs to go to charm school!!! I have to say the food was excellent! But the restaurant needs atmosphere.

My niece, great niece and their husbands were visiting me from N.Wales .The Porth and the Daffodil which are both a lot closer were not serving food thank goodness otherwise I wouldn't have remembered you!!!!They were very impressed with the appearance of your establishment after driving down the farm track!!! The young gentleman who looked after us was charming, friendly and very efficient. The food was excellent and very reasonable. Thank you for a lovely evening.

It was supposed to be a lovely meal after a great day out. (a fairly local coach trip) We were 31 and in good spirits. The meal had been pre booked (only 2 choices). We arrived about 25 minutes early, shouldn't be a problem but Grace the owner opened the door pointing at her watch and was very annoyed that we had arrived. If she had welcomed us in we would have had a few more drinks, but we were left standing outside and left staring at dog poo in the car park. No welcome, portions were small and will not be visiting again. A few of us were past clientele so left disappointed!

This is a restaurant that is completely lacking in atmosphere and staffed by people who don't know the basics of how to serve at table. Our wine was just plonked down on the table and there was no check to see if everything was in order when the food finally came. To be fair, the food was very good but we felt that we were in the way and that the staff just wanted us to leave. We weren't even offered coffee at the end of our meal. Overall it was a very disappointing experience as I had heard it was a good place to eat. Plastic flowers and decor still with the price tags on show a lack of attention to detail.

What a disappointing experience due to the staff. Not one smile the whole evening, from arrival to departure. The pleasure of going out for a meal is not just the food but the ambience, and there was none. The bar area is tired with worn and torn seating and that sort of set the tone. The staff mumbled and we repeatedly had to ask what they'd said and no amount of smiles from us illicited one back. They just looked thoroughly miserable all evening. Even when we left the two people at the bar carried on talking to each other and only replied with a brief response after we said goodbye to them, and then they went back to chatting. Maybe we caught them all on a bad night, but it was memorable for all the wrong reasons. Shame.

really well worth a visit food excellent 5 different meals and all were very good, its a hidden gem ten minutes from cardigan in wales, staff very nice, could not fault it.

We ate at La Calabria twice whilst holidaying locally. The restaurant was recommended by the owner of our accommodation. What a hidden find and a total surprise to have such a brilliant restaurant tucked away down a country lane. There was plenty of choice for a vegetarian (me) and meat eater (husband). Efficient and friendly service and great value for money considering the quality of the cooking. The tiramisu was amazing! Just one regret - didn’t have room for a pudding on second visit. Would highly recommend this place.

Just been here with my husband and the food was so tasty and fresh. The place was almost full, so it must be popular. The service was also excellent and the prices were reasonable. There was a review below mentioning that it was cold but it was lovely and warm. We will definitely be back with our family, including our 11 year old Son as it is suitable for children and groups.

During a family trip to the UK we came across La Calabria in the rural surroundings of West Wales. The menu offered plenty of variety to keep all 5 family members happy, from your kids to the adults. The staff were very helpful to guide us around the menu. The starters and main meals were superb. Our 5 year-old ordered the kids carbonara which was so good that she had to order a second portion. A truly authentic venue with superb food. Possibly the best honeycomb ice-cream in the World according to our son any me.

Had lunch here today really gorgeous food freshly cooked and delicious friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere Italian music attentive service plates are very hot. Loads parking and safe also. Really lovely will be going back soon.

We've eaten here several times now so I decided after tonight's excursion to finally post a review. Overall La Calabria offers a trouble free and friendly dining experience. There is an air of quality about the place that sometimes isn't fully lived up to by...

Have been here a few times and the food has always been excellent. Service at times has been on the slow side but this time we had an early booking and it was absolutely fine. Wouk do really recommend this restaurant.

Not the easiest place to find, but well worth the effort. We had two meals here in three days' stay in the area. With hindsight we should have gone back for the third night as well. This is a quality Italian restaurant with attention to...

A very pleasant experience. The lack of background music was a nice touch as atmosphere came from the clients. The food was very good. I will be happy to go back. The Gluten free was exceptional. Very tasty and a huge amount of choice. Food...

The restaurant itself although quaint and clean is soulless with no atmosphere. You would expect a bit of Italian background music but this is unfortunately not the case. Staff mainly comprise of youngsters in their teens who come across as not wanting to be there....

A busy restaurant, even midweek, which is often a good sign. The staff are friendly and helpful and our meal ranged from superb to very good.

We have visited several times, the food is always exceptional but I never feel welcome. Service this time was slow, nearly an hour from arrival to food being served. We did book so were expected. No apologies for having to wait. A lone diner came...

Food was absolutely incredible and very fairly priced for such generous portions. Service was first class with very friendly and helpful girls working very hard to keep things swift. Highly recommend this beautiful restaurant.

La Calabria has become my preferred local restaurant. Food and wine is great and you won’t go home hungry. Cibo fantastico!!

Such a shame. We've been three times, the first was mostly good with some nice authentic tasting Italian dishes, good service and an enjoyable visit. The next two visits were both really nothing like what you'd hope for from a independent family restaurant. The service...

First time visit to this restaurant for my birthday. We had booked but the person who welcomed us appeared bemused, It was obvious as soon as we entered how cold it was.I commented to the woman who led us to our table but she ignored...

Great food! Tasty and freshly prepared which with nice presentation made it a pleasure to receive. The last time I enjoyed Italian food like this was on holiday, in Italy, in Crotone, which Is in Calabria. We will definitely visit again, in fact I’ve just...

Visited last night. Absolutely amazing food. Thoroughly enjoyed. So fresh and tasty. Can't wait to return. Lovely atmosphere

We booked this place as it was our first night and it was closest to us. Very pleasantly surprised. All three of us loved our food and thought the prices were really decent value. Service from the young staff was also excellent.

We ordered pizza . Described as fresh stone baked base . It was cheap frozen pizza . Over cooked and to hard to eat . Table service by Eastern European server poor . Had to request black pepper / Parmesan / condiments. Second drink order...

We visited here last night and we must say we were pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious and very authentic, the staff were attentive, polite and the atmosphere was lovely too! Definitely recommend.

It’s like a small village restaurant from Italy has been transported into the welsh country side. We went for a family lunch and we’re the only customers, however both starters and mains took a long time. The meat antipasti were amazing. The pasta cooked to perfection and the portions were generous. If you love Italian food then it is well worth taking the time to check it out.

We managed to get a booking at 5.45pm one midweek evening this week, as they are really very busy. We had a lovely welcome, and had a lovely bottle of wine from Puglia. Delicious starters of Bruschetta, Olives and Garlic Ciabatta. We both had different excellent pasta dishes for main courses. Desserts were homemade. A fantastic Italian Restaurant that we cannot recommend highly enough.

We were really excited to cap off our holiday here with its location and profile in Walesonline’s top Ceredigion places to eat, but the experience was a let down. I’m not one to complain about waitresses as they work hard, but the welcome was non existent and our waitress didn’t smile at all. I ordered garlic and chilli prawns to start which came out cold, I had to go to the bar to ask for it to be replaced as no one checked on how it was going. It was hot and very nice when it was served the second time. My wife ordered garlic bread with her lasagne and the portion was about the size of a credit card, the lasagne (usually a favourite of my Wife) was mostly pasta with a small amount of meat. It all felt quite scrimpy, but all things that can be corrected easily, I hope they do as this would have been a great little find.

The food here is lovely. Very authentic and tasty. We arrived at lunchtime just as they opened and tables were still being laid. The food was very nice and very fresh. Service was a little slow and a smile would have been nice.

Booked after a recommendation from friends! Off the beaten track but very authentic! Fabulous food and excellent wine. The service was great and the staff were friendly and helpful. Every course was a delight and I would certainly return. Booking recommended as it's a busy place!

beautiful setting. Amazing food!!! so glad we found this place on our travels. Good for gluten free too!!

Not a place you would just 'stumble upon' as it really is out in the sticks and down some little lanes but well worth the drive to get there. The restaurant is well presented and has a buzzy atmosphere - it is clearly well known locally. We found the staff to be friendly and helpful.My husband and I both really enjoyed our food - my husband had the lasagne and I had the cannelloni. Both were delicious. We then both enjoyed desserts as well. There was a good variety of meals on the menu and the ice-creams looked amazing.The only down side for us was that after we had been given the bill, no-one came to take payment for a very long time despite our card being clearly visible on the table and various staff walking past. In the end we went up to the counter to pay which was fine we just wished we'd done that sooner!!We would advise booking ahead - this can be done by email and we got a response very quickly. We would definitely recommend La Calabria and certainly felt it was worth the drive to get there.

Friendly staff and great food. Well worth a visit if in the area. Varied menu , lasagne was delicous and home made icecream is a must.

I hadn't been to La Calabria for a couple of years, so when I was invited to a friends birthday meal there I was looking forward to some tasty food, sadly I was very disappointed.The venue is lovely, the service fantastic, shame about the food.I had the calamari as a starter, the menu says it comes with garlic mayonnaise, the mayonnaise I got was just plain mayonnaise.I then had the Polo Marsala, the chicken was lovely, the sauce was very tasty but the menu said the roast potatoess are garlic and rosemary infused, well mine tasted just like plain roast potatoes! One of my friends had garlic bread, she described it as stale ciabatta toasted with oil poured on top, again no garlic. So in a nutshell venue 10/10. Service 10/10 food 5/10 Will I go back there again? Unlikely!

Amazing pasta, awesome homemade ice cream!! Service was fast, portion size was great if your hungry. Good value for money

Brilliant meal again tonight. The steak is to die for. Wonderful evening with friendly staff. All pasta meals are delicious, tasty and well presented.

This Restaurant may be out in the Sticks but it is lovely and well worth the drive. The food is very very tasty and very Italian. The Ice cream is to die for and finishes the meal off perfectly. Thank you

Really lovely food. Had a lovely lunch today, will definitely return. Good value, good size portions. Plenty of dishes to choose from with gluten free options if required. Easy parking and good signage from the main road.

La Calabria was a bit if a drive for us and it is remotely situated. However, the food is delicious and very well presented.However, it is unfortunately let down by the service! The staff have very little knowledge about the food or wines they are serving and must be better trained!The food is 5 stars but alas the service struggles for 2 stars. What a shame, could be do much better!

A great find this place was. Out of the way location and very unassuming on the outside but lovely inside and the service and food all excellent. Would highly recommend the seafood pasta.

We booked a table for dinner at La Calabria following a recommendation from our B&B host. We were a bit concerned after reading some poor reviews, but this place is undoubtedly a gem. It has a truly authentic Italian feel - you forget you’re in west Wales after a while! Every course was delicious for all three of us - my son and I agreed that the Carbonara is as good as any we’ve had anywhere. Fresh, beautifully flavoured and comforting. The staff are friendly and efficient. The atmosphere is relaxed allowing you to take your time and enjoy the experience. I strong recommend a visit to this restaurant if you’re in the area.

A family run Italian restaurant located on a farm in Ffostrasol, currently part of Eat Out to Help Out scheme. What a treat!Booking a table is recommended. Social distancing is in place. Outdoor seating available. We visited on a Wednesday lunch time.Great service. Welsh speaking staff. Diolch yn fawr.Very delicious Stuffed Mushrooms and Pork Belly for starters. Decent portions of Pollo alla Panna and a Carbonara for our mains, and a great Tiramisu and Cheescake for sweet. We really really enjoyed.And to top a great experience, the Eat Out to Help Out scheme gave us a substantial discount. A three course Italian meal, extra chips, a glass of wine and a bottle of water for just £34.00!

I ordered a delivery the other day for my mum's birthday. She is self-isolating with my father in rural West Wales. I messaged then called from Thailand, where I live, and the whole thing was smooth. It arrived spot on time and my parents enjoyed it very much. Lasagne and pollo marsala with desserts.The birthday greetings on the bag was a very nice touch too. I highly recommend for anyone who wants to treat their loved ones or to order for themselves as a treat during these restrictive times.

Service was slow, staff were miserable and only did what they had to! Food in general was good, it’s such a pity this lovely place has been let down by grumpy unpleasant waitresses!

What a lovely surprise to find this amazing restaurant only a short drive from Llandysul!A modern place with the odd reminder that it was originally a farm building, ,consequently the Welsh stonework. Spotlessly clean and well laid out.A lovely atmosphere and a warm welcome. The waiting staff were all very young happy,friendly, well mannered and efficient in their tasks.We were given just the right amount of time to scan the menu and to be served when our order was taken. The food was delicious and authentic and the cost was very reasonable. The pis de resistance would have been a lovely glass of red but unfortunately, I was driving!!!!!!

Had family lunch. 4th visit and food consistently good. Look forward to returning soon. Felt as though we were on holiday in Italy!

We have passed the sign for this restaurant many times and decided to book for a pre-Christmas get together.On arrival we were met by an extremely grumpy dark haired lady I have never known such misery We ordered peroni and a pint of Carling. The waitress I’m not sure if new was useless and we were served warm foul tasting peroni and the Carling was off. We then ordered alternatives which were still warm and had to add ice to them.We ordered starters which arrived quite quickly but were bland tasting and then had an hour wait for our mains. The pizza was tasteless and the lasagne not great served with cheap frozen chips. This place could be so much better We paid for the food and left a tip as the younger boy working there was really lovely bless him unlike the ice maiden managerWe would not return or recommend

We visited La Calabria st the end of November. There were 5 adults and 2 children. The food was once again fantastic- we had a variety of starters from mushrooms, terrine, brushetta and prawns. All very tasty! Our mains were exceptional- steaks, chicken and pasta. And the desserts were so tasty and large portions. Will definitely be visiting again!

First time here, and I had three amazing courses! Really tasty food and the desserts are to die for! Have only not rated 5 out of 5 as ( like others have mentioned) it was very difficult to get a smile out of our waitress, however she was efficient and did what she needed to do. Will definitely recommend.

Had not been there before. A great welcome was had by the staff. Lovely, tasty food. Many years ago my mother's family farmed the farm and was interested to see what had changed. A very good job has been done to convert the old cowshed. This was a treat and my daughter and her husband(who is of Italian decent) went there when they were down on holidays were very impressed and the food was delicous.They said that they will be back again. A truly Italian restaurant in the middle of the Welsh countryside.

Visited this highly recommended restaurant with friends whilst holidaying in the area. Food great but service needs improvement.

It’s certainly worth the trip along narrow lanes to this special place. Light and airy (well it is a converted farm building) there’s a feeling of space and you aren’t pinned next to another table unlike some restaurants. The food has been excellent each time we have visited - and we will definitely be returning soon!

Service not bad, quite attentive staff and not much waiting

We took our friend there sat night bcos since moving to wales she cldnt find anywhere that did a good steak. Mt daughter and I have eaten at La Calabria before.....me having the Salmon dish (bit boring after the first 5 mouthfuls but ok) and my daughter the steak, which was good. We booked a table outside as weather was nice. We arrived and no table set up outside but. After a 35 minute wait food came out. One dish was lovely. Our two steaks were over cooked. We sent them back as we had ordered med rare.....Pink! The waitress was lovely. She took both plates back and within 5 minutes? 2 more steaks arrived. Rare! and as tough as old boots.....How many times can you send a meal back??? The one guest who we had promised a lovely steak to, she had more fat and grissle than meat. We told the waistress, who's fault it really wasn't and she returned telling us that the cook would have a word with their supplier. Right? that really didn't go anywhere as far as our food was concerned. The manager (dark haired lady, never smiles) did not come out, she said nothing. We got charged full price and with no appology. Horrible steak, will never go back.........but waiting staff are lovely......just a shame about manager and food.

Fantastic meal and service. We both had a 3 course meal which was great value for money. We had the antipasti and goats cheese to start, both delicious. We then had the steak and Madeira chicken, not traditional pizza and pasta but they were exceptional and cooked perfectly. The desserts were superb. Love my place to eat and we will definitely be returning.

Terrible from beginning to end.

Our first visit to La Calabria - definitely won't be our last! The décor is lovely and it has a really cosy feeling - hard to achieve given the high ceilings! The food is lovely - the salmon linguine was really REALLY tasty. Good value for money. Service is efficient and quicky - staff are polite and friendly.

The entrance is very dowdy, needs a good tidy up, dead plants and weeds outside not a good look, very shabby.

The food was good but the service was awful. Four of us waited for our meal, three of us were served but the fourth meal did not appear until the waitress was asked where it was

Whenever we stay at the Penbontbren luxury b&b; we have to go to this restaurant at least once. The food has always been stunning and this time was no exception. Good service and value as well.

Visited with my friend, luckily we rang up to book a table, as it was Saturday evening. Off the beaten track, but well worth a visit. Beautiful food, right portions. Great service as well.

We have been looking to visit here for a while and decided to visit for lunch today. Turned up at 12.15 to find the place in darkness and locked up. Peeped through the door to see someone behind the bar and knocked. Asked if they were open and she came and unlocked the door but didnt say anything. So we went in, stood in the dark entrance area whilst the staff member went back to their phone call. This continued for a few mins no menu to look at, no lights and no idea of how long the staff member would be tied up for. No sign of any other staff like a chef or cook. Not really very impressed so we left. Maybe its better if you book at lunch time so they know someones coming but personally I dont think we will be returning.

Visited with family. Got to admit the outside doesn't look very inspiring however once inside the restaurant is very clean and tidy and well laid out with a good amount of space between tables. Waiting staff were very pleasant, helpful and efficient. Menu was not huge but enough to have a reasonable choice. Timeliness of service of food was good with no great waits but a nice period between each course. We had a variety of dishes for starters main and pudding and can say they were all lovely and hot, good portion sizes and very good standard of food especially the pasta. Only small gripe was the pork was a little chewy. Prices were very reasonable and overall a good evening. Thank you. Will return soon.

It didn't look like a restaurant when we arrived, more like a farm house, especially benign down a dirt track. It's nice a spacious inside and they have a little carpark at the front of the building with a little fountain in the middle.

Off the beaten track & post Rugby, some carb reloading req’d...

Have wanted to try this place for a while now. Quite remote & the car park smelt of cow poo! Really lovely building inside. Liked the bar with the ice cream counter as you enter. Owners friendly and efficient. We shared anti pasti starter which was generous and tasty (but I thought I'd read that the salami was home made which this certainly wasnt) Pizza base was authentic, as was having the basic and choosing your toppings. However, unusual to complain about having too much of something in a restaurant but there was too much cheese- specifically cheddar, on the pizza. Otherwise, good pizza and home made tiramisu was the highlight of the evening!

Dined with friends at the restaurant to celebrate joint wedding anniversaries.

We booked for quite a large party for a Christmas meal. They were quite slow serving, the choices were quite limited, the food was pretty mediocre and the tea and coffee at the end were extremely disappointing. They had used UHT milk which I think just let’s them down badly. It smacks of cheap and nastiness. I had tea so the milk came out frothy and tasted awful.

Went to La Calabria for my birthday meal~my friends loved their meals; I’m pretty simple so had spag Bol but it was delicious! Table service was great-young girl and young lad both very friendly. Location was out of the way a little but not a problem at all, if anything it was a perfect destination. Was great overall! I would definitely recommend and I’d go again.

Went for a meal 3 weeks ago and was lucky to go again on Saturday. Had a super meal and enjoyed every mouthful. Great food a good service so will be back again soon. Only problem not easy to find. Keep searching.

Just visited for a 40th Birthday celebration on recommendation from the owners of the bed and breakfast we were staying in, what a great meal, friendly welcoming owners with a real Italian feel to the restaurant, great choice of food and everything was just perfect. We had the antipasto selection to start which was all good, main course was great steak cooked just how it was ordered with great sauce and vegetables, the home made ice cream using milk from the cows on the farm was fantastic. Will definitely return if in the area again

As a previous review said, it is a hidden gem but well worth finding. We were on holiday in Wales.My husband had the pork chop but trust me it was no ordindary dish, it came glazed with honey and garlic & ginger, roast potatoes, with red cabbage and apple compote! This is the second time we have been here and it is excellent, lovely food, full of flavour and good value for money. Would definitely come back.

Had the lasange and tiramisu, lasange was stunning but the tiramisu is to die for I highly recommend it to anyone

Amazing food and service, the staff could not be more helpful. The food was well cooked and at a very reasonable price.

What a find !!! You drive to what you think is someone’s farm & are greeted by a beautiful Italian fountain. We received a very warm welcome, the service was excellent never over bearing. The food was beyond our expectations! Between us we had pasta, pork , mussels & a selection of their home made ice cream. 5* food. Excellent. Will definitely visit again

Superb rural restaurant, outstanding food; my girlfriend is Italian and thought the bruschetta and tiramisu were delicious, as good as any they have ‘back home’ in Italy. There was a warm atmosphere and the staff were efficient. All the vegetables were tasty and superbly cooked, great attention to detail from the chef. Location easy to find with a sat nav, nice country roads. Check their website for the most accurate opening times, e.g. they’re open Sundays at Bank holiday weekends. We’ll be back and recommend to family and friends :)

Heard so much about this place from my brother and his family so decided to give it a go. We own a holiday caravan about 30 mins away and I must say the journey was well worth it. Food was fantastic, cooked to perfection and well presented. Staff were very friendly and super efficient. Great place for a casual visit or for that special occasion.

We were staying in the area and as we like mediterranean food this place was suggested. We were warned about the slightly brusque approach of the 'owner' but in fact we found her quite nice just a little sharp.

We enjoyed a delightful meal here over the weekend. A word of warning to people hoping to go here who are not from the area - it's pretty out of the way, and even our taxi driver (who was a local!) struggled to find it. But if you do seek it out, it is worth the trip - the food was really tasty, and the prices very reasonable. We felt that the atmosphere and decor of the place was really authentically Italian, and it really reminded us of places we'd visited on our holiday there last year.

Found this restaurant last year, and loved it, visited again this year and it’s just as good.

Phoned half an hour ahead of our visit to make sure there was a table free and was told there was.

This is a little of the beaten track but well worth the effort lovely well presented restaurant,the food was excellent really varied menu so well cooked good staff,could not find fault and superb value

This is a very good Restaurant. With an authentic Italian vibe, great food, good value and relaxed atmosphere. We went twice within a few days whilst on holiday in the area, and would heartily recommend it.

We have passed the La Calabria sign on the main road many times and have always said that we must try it. However, Ffostrasol is 15 miles from our home and a bit far to drive out just for a meal. This time, though, we were on our way back from North Wales and the timing was perfect for us to have dinner there. In spite of the sign on the main road, we had difficulty finding it - an additional sign for "La Calabria" at the end of their drive would help. (There is a "knife and fork" sign there, but a more specific sign would be better.) What we found was a genuine, rustic Italian restaurant. The menu was heavily biased towards pizza and pasta (as you would expect in a restaurant that is geared towards family dining), but more up-market dishes were also available. I had pollo alla Marsala, which was authentic and delicious, and my wife had an excellent lasagne. The meal was excellent value. The only negative was the slow service - we waited for 45 minutes for our food to be served, and the restaurant was not busy (only two other tables occupied). At busy times it might get very slow. Nevertheless, we can recommend La Calabria for a good-value dinner.

We were a bit worried about what we were in for as we drove down a narrow bumpy lane heading into the middle of nowhere. The restaurant is sign-posted from the main road but on the lane we were pleased to spot the brown sign bearing a knife and fork to know we were in the right place.

Brought family (who are local) to this restaurant as they had never found it - it is a bit off the beaten track. They were pleasantly surprised by the taste & portion size of the food. They will definitely visit again..

A little out of the way, but worth the effort. Friends booked us in for lunch during the week. Thoroughly enjoyed the antipasti platter followed by there own raised pork. Portions were large and good value for money and super tasty too. I was too...

Lovely clean restaurant. Food was served in piping hot dishes which I like as it keeps the food hot for the duration of the meal. I had Chicken in Marsala which was delicious. Our party had a fabulous evening, Bar staff member could be a...